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The Cowpoke Cafe in Lovelock, Nev., is a pre-dawn gathering spot for the mostly conservative ranchers, farmers and miners who call Pershing County home.

Republican Candidates Look To Appeal To Nevada's Changing Conservatives

5:05pm February 22, 2016

by Nathan Rott

The five remaining Republican candidates are aiming to gain an edge with Nevada voters before Tuesday's caucuses. But the issues important to conservatives vary.

Meet Donald Trump's Alter Ego

4:46pm February 22, 2016

by Josh Rogers

Until recently, Corey Lewandowski was an obscure political operative. Now, he's engineered wins in South Carolina and New Hampshire for Trump's once-implausible presidential campaigns.

Texas governor and presidential candidate George W. Bush, Florida governor Jeb Bush, former president George H.W. Bush and his wife Barbara at the Ryder Cup golf competition in 1999.

With Bush's Exit, A Chapter In American Politics Closes

4:21pm February 22, 2016

Jeb Bush hoped to be the third Bush elected to the White House, and carry on a dynasty that began with George H.W. Bush's first presidential run in 1980.

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Why Did Jeb Bush Fail? There Are Many Theories

4:10pm February 22, 2016

by Sam Sanders

Whether it was Donald Trump, his family legacy or the way that campaigning has fundamentally changed, it seemed Jeb Bush was never, ever in control.

In what ways has Obama's presidency altered the landscape of the United States?

Did Obama Inspire A Big Debate On Identity? You Weighed In

12:22pm February 22, 2016

by Leah Donnella

As President Obama wraps up his time in office, we take a moment to look around and see how his presidency has changed us and the way we see each other.

Politics & Government

Are Trump And Clinton Victories A Sign Of Things To Come?

7:38pm February 21, 2016

NPR's Don Gonyea previews what's next in the presidential primaries after a decisive victory for Donald Trump in South Carolina and Hillary Clinton taking Nevada.

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Trump Wins South Carolina; Rubio Narrowly Beats Out Cruz For Second

7:38pm February 21, 2016

by Don Gonyea

Donald Trump won the South Carolina Republican primary while Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz battled it out for second place, and Jeb Bush called it quits after a disappointing showing.

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Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks at his election night party February 20, 2016 in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The New York businessman won the first southern primary decisively.

4 Takeaways From South Carolina And Nevada

8:21am February 21, 2016

by Jessica Taylor

Evangelical voters have faith in Donald Trump, but there's still an opening for Marco Rubio in a much clearer establishment lane after Jeb Bush's exit. Plus: Clinton wins big with older, black voters.

Hillary Clinton Wins Over Bernie Sanders In Nevada

7:59am February 21, 2016

by Tamara Keith

In her quest to be the Democratic nominee for president, the Clinton badly needed the win after losing to Sanders big in New Hampshire. But Sanders is still claiming momentum.

Jeb Bush Drops Out Of Presidential Race

7:59am February 21, 2016

After failing to gain any traction in the GOP presidential race, Jeb Bush has ended his run for the White House. NPR's Rachel Martin speaks to Mark McKinnon, a former Republican media strategist.